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Hydrophobic Tubes for the Treament of Lower and Upper Limb Lymphedema
Sponsor: Universidade do Porto
Summary
Lymphedema is a chronic condition causing fluid buildup in affected limbs. Traditional treatments often fall short, but subcutaneous implantation of hydrophobic silicone tubes shows promise, creating artificial drainage pathways. This approach proved effective in managing obstructive lymphedema in lower limbs. Further research is needed to validate its efficacy and explore long-term outcomes.
Official title: Implantation of Hydrophobic Tubes for Edema Fluid Drainage in Obstructive Lymphedema of Limbs - a Randomized Clinical Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 70 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
20
Start Date
2023-12-15
Completion Date
2026-12-31
Last Updated
2023-11-01
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
implantation of hydrophobic tubes for edema fluid drainage
1 - A 2-cm-long incision is made at the border of the hypogastrium or lumbar region 10 cm above the inguinal crease; 2- A 1.5-cm-wide and 100-cm-long metal tube tunneling device is introduced under the skin and bluntly passed in the subcutaneous tissue toward the thigh and internal aspect of the calf; 3- Incisions 2 cm long are made in the groin and calf, through which the tunneling device was passed; 4-The hydrophobic tube is passed upward through the tunneling device, after which the tunneling device is removed; 5-The upper and lower ends of the hydrophobic tubes are fixed to the fascia with absorbable sutures.
Best Medical Treatment
Compressive therapy, Phisioterapy, venous intervention
Locations (1)
Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade do Porto
Porto, Portugal